David Sullivan, Essex Police, West Ham, Lisa Nandy
11 June 2026
Essex Police are investigating new contact received after serious historic allegations were made against former West Ham chairman David Sullivan. The claims, reported by the BBC and The Times, accuse Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour.
Sullivan denies the allegations and has threatened legal action, while West Ham have spoken with Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy. The police update adds official weight to a controversy that has already affected the club’s leadership and public scrutiny.